Dear Ursula
I would like to thank you & the team at George Ide LLP for the efficient & sensitive management of Mum’s estate which has made a huge difference to both my sister & I after her death.
Many thanks & Kind regards
Jayne Rogers

Ursula Watt

George Ide Sussex solicitors for court of protection applications

George Ide’s team of experienced court of protection and deputyship solicitors can provide specialist assistance in the complex matters which arise when a family member or close acquaintance loses the mental capacity to manage their own affairs.

Our solicitors for Court of Protection applications can guide clients through the necessary processes with absolute discretion and professionalism, and can offer a comprehensive legal service to ensure that all necessary issues are addressed.

George Ide can help clients with a number of matters, including:

Arranging Lasting Powers of Attorney or Enduring Powers of Attorney

Arranging the appointment of a deputy (we also have an experienced Deputyship solicitor who can act for clients when no suitable appointee can be found)

Making an application

In certain cases some family members, professionals and advocates will initially need to receive permission to apply to the Court of Protection. George Ide’s solicitors can quickly ascertain whether you will need to take this initial step and we will guide you through the permissions process with efficiency and expertise.

There are several forms which need to be completed in order to apply to the Court of Protection. Our experienced team will be able to direct you through them using jargon-free language and in a clear and concise manner.

Once an application has been made we will ensure expediency in the follow-up of the processing of the application. In urgent cases we can help clients arrange meetings with judges, etc, who have the power to ensure urgent matters such as consent for medical treatment or concern that a person’s liberty is being infringed, will be handled with the utmost haste.

Solicitors in Sussex for Court of Protection applications

George Ide is an independent law firm based in Chichester, West Sussex, serving the whole of southern England. We offer a dedicated and sensitive service to help protect and serve the most vulnerable members of society.

We are proud to be able to say that we have helped many clients with Court of Protection issues ensure that their personal matters, including health, welfare and financial wellbeing, are maintained and secure.

If you need legal advice regarding a Court of Protection application, or advice about any matter regarding the care of someone who can no longer care for themselves, then please call our offices in Chichester today for sensitive, straightforward information about your rights.

Latest News

When did you last review your investments and wider finances? In today’s climate of persistently low interest rates many investments, particularly those providing instant access on cash deposits, pay interest rates well below current inflation... Read more